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On Sunday, May 17, 2026, a group of 7th‑grade students from the Shevet Agam Chapter of Israeli Scouts joined Jewish Family Services of Greater Orlando at the Pearlman Food Pantry. Their participation was part of the Bar/Bat Mitzvah Year Program, which encourages young teens to take on missions that strengthen their ties to family, friends,

At a roundtable held at Etz Chaim Synagogue in Jacksonville, Senator Rick Scott joined rabbis and community leaders to discuss strategies for combating antisemitism and improving safety at Jewish institutions. The meeting followed alarming data showing antisemitic incidents have increased nearly 900% over the past decade. Scott toured the Torah Academy of Jacksonville before the

The Orange County School District announced plans to close seven campuses in the Orlando area due to a significant drop in student enrollment. The closures, set to take effect at the end of the current academic year, are part of a broader effort to consolidate resources and address budget pressures caused by declining attendance. District

Transition begins Wednesday (May 28, 2026): After several dry days, conditions will shift to a humid and unstable pattern. Tropical moisture influx: Winds will shift from the south, bringing moisture from the Caribbean and Gulf, fueling widespread showers and thunderstorms. Temperatures: Despite increased cloud cover, highs will remain in the upper 80s to low 90s°F,

Governor Ron DeSantis announced that he will convene a special legislative session next Monday to place a constitutional amendment on the November ballot aimed at eliminating property taxes on primary residences, known as the Homestead Exemption. At a press conference in Tampa, DeSantis described the initiative as “historic,” noting that the plan would begin by

In his latest column, Jonathan S. Tobin argues that the Democratic Party has already lost its moral battle over antisemitism and Israel, as anti‑Zionist rhetoric has become increasingly mainstream among its candidates and leaders. Recent incidents highlight this trend: Democratic candidate Maureen Galindo suggested turning an ICE detention center into a prison for Zionists, a

On Monday afternoon, a large blaze erupted at a scrap yard business near NW 131st Street and Cairo Lane in Opa‑locka, quickly consuming piles of vehicles and debris. The flames produced a towering column of black smoke visible from miles away, including parts of Miami Gardens, Miami Lakes, and Miramar. Miami‑Dade Fire Rescue confirmed that

If you received a speeding ticket in Miami‑Dade County this year, chances are it came from a school zone speed camera rather than a police officer. According to new judicial data, cameras installed near schools generated nearly 70% of all speeding citations in the county during the first quarter of 2026. Between January and March,

Student members of Alpha Epsilon Pi International Fraternity (AEPi) came together this May for the organization’s inaugural Month of Giving, raising $132,136 to support charitable causes. The initiative mobilized undergraduate brothers, alumni, families, and supporters, highlighting the fraternity’s role in strengthening Jewish communities and promoting service. The campaign featured creative fundraising events across campuses. At

A large brush fire broke out Sunday afternoon in Southwest Miami‑Dade, prompting a massive response from county firefighters and emergency crews. The blaze, fueled by dry vegetation and strong winds, spread quickly through a wooded area near SW 232nd Street and 137th Avenue, sending thick smoke across nearby neighborhoods. Authorities reported that multiple fire units